Core Health & Fitness, is honored to host the StairMaster 9/11 Memorial Climb at the Core Health & Fitness Innovation Center in Lake Forest, California for the third year in a row on Sunday, September 10th, 2023. In remembrance of the 343 firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty on September 11, 2001, people all over the nation have paid tribute for more than two decades. This year, we are inviting our customers and partners to join us in hosting their own climb to raise support for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF).

Our goal is to commemorate those we have lost and celebrate those who make a difference each day in serving their community. We are extending the opportunity to join the StairMaster 9/11 Memorial Climb with our customers and partners. With an outpouring of interest in how to get involved, we are thrilled to be the connection to support others in making this a live event at their locations. Hosting a climb is an excellent way to support communities and allow people to show their support for those who serve. Core Health & Fitness will be providing several assets to assist clubs, fitness centers, and studios to promote this special event. Connect with your local Core rep to get involved in the climb and support this important cause.

Memorial Climbs happen annually during September weekends in stadiums, event centers, workplaces, and fitness facilities all over the country. These centers draw in first responders and civilians from all walks of life who want to climb the 110 floors representing the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center and commemorate the sacrifice the 343 fallen firefighters made on 9/11. Many first responders add significance to their climb by wearing full gear. Everyone is provided with the picture and name of one of the 343, so that with every step they are honored. Upon completion of the climb, the climber reads off the name and rings the bell to ensure we never forget. Unique to the StairMaster Memorial Climb is the ability to climb the stairs side-by-side and engage with supporters on the sidelines.

Core is proud to have continued to host this event with our team members throughout the United States and extended support from our global team in Germany and the United Kingdom. Thanks to firemen Kevin Welsh and Nole Lilly, we have teamed up with the Fire Up Program to bring in members of LA Fire, OC Fire, Redlands Fire, and Redlands PD. We hope to continue to raise awareness and fundraise to benefit the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF), our designated non-profit partner. To date, Core has raised more than $13,000 and looks to grow support and awareness for this worthy cause.

See the 2022 StairMaster 9/11 Stair Climb:

The United States Congress created the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation to lead a nationwide effort to remember America’s fallen firefighters. Since 1992, the tax-exempt, nonprofit Foundation has developed and expanded programs to honor our fallen fire heroes and assist their families and co-workers. Register your facility as a climbing site or simply collect funds during your climb to then donate to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation. Reach out and take the first step to find out how you can participate in the StairMaster 9/11 Memorial Climb.